Selena Gomez Reveals Infertility Struggles and Achieves Billionaire Status in New Interview
In a revealing interview with Vanity Fair, Selena Gomez shared her emotional struggle with infertility linked to her lupus diagnosis, stating, "I unfortunately can't carry my own children." Despite this heartbreak, she remains optimistic about future parenthood through surrogacy or adoption. Concurrently, Gomez has also been declared a billionaire, largely due to her cosmetics brand, Rare Beauty, which has significantly contributed to her wealth, now estimated at $1.3 billion.
In a recent interview with Vanity Fair, Selena Gomez opened up about her personal struggles and achievements, including her heartbreaking revelation regarding her health and her journey toward motherhood. The 32-year-old actress shared details about living with lupus and her newfound billionaire status.
Gomez Discusses Heartbreak and Health Challenges
In the October issue of Vanity Fair, Selena Gomez candidly revealed an emotional aspect of her health journey, stating that she is unable to carry her own children due to complications from lupus, the auto-immune disease she was diagnosed with in 2013. She expressed her grief over this reality, emphasizing the significant medical risks that would affect both her life and that of a potential baby. Gomez articulated her feelings during the interview, saying that this was something she had never disclosed before.
Plans for Motherhood with Benny Blanco
Despite these challenges, Gomez remains optimistic about motherhood. She has been in a relationship with music producer Benny Blanco since June of last year, and the couple is planning to explore the possibility of having children through surrogacy or adoption. Gomez expressed excitement for this journey, noting that while it may look different from traditional routes, it will still be meaningful to her. She stated that she sees the potential for great joy in these alternatives, affirming that any child she has will be her own.
Selena Gomez Achieves Billionaire Status
In addition to her personal revelations, Selena Gomez has also reached a major financial milestone, being declared a billionaire according to Bloomberg's latest index. Rising to fame through her role in Disney Channel's Wizards of Waverly Place, Gomez has built a successful career in both television and music. However, the majority of her wealth, approximately 81 percent, originates from her cosmetics brand, Rare Beauty, which was launched in 2020. Bloomberg estimates Gomez's net worth to be around $1.3 billion, with her brand reportedly generating net sales of $400 million in the year leading up to February 2024.
